)-on February 18, 2026. Peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 83 years. Loved husband of Maureen, and father and father in law of Craig, Wayne, Mandy and Mark Halliday, and Lisa and Phil Young. Loved Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to the Edmond family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Ross’ request a private cremation has been held.
Funeral Notices
LILL Malcolm John
On 15th February 2026, peacefully at his home in Geraldine, aged 75 years. Loving and loved husband of Marie. Proud and loving father of Phillip and Ella, doting Grandad of Lachlan. Loved brother in law of Graeme and Sue Linton, Sandra Totty and partner Peter Stephenson, and Rodger and Sheryn Linton. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages to the Lill Family, PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740. In keeping with Malcolm’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A Celebration of Malcolm’s life will be held in the Woodbury Hall, Woodbury Road, Geraldine on Thursday 5th March at 2pm.
LOVETT Stuart James
– passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026 at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, in his 96th year. Much loved husband of the late Nola, and father and father in law of Andrea and Stan Taylor, Richard and Sue, Greg and Joanne, and Tim and Beth. Adored Pop of his 9 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Sadly missed. Messages to the Lovett family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Celebration of Stuart’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road on Friday February 20, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
SULLIVAN Helen Barbara –
on February 10, 2026. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 71 years. Dearly loved wife of Gary. Much loved mother and mother in law of Mark and Diane, and Brent and Kylie. Adored Nana of Liam, Millicent, and Harriett; and Ty, Jordyn, and Jarvys. Messages to the Sullivan family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to the Gut Cancer Foundation would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A Memorial service to celebrate Helen’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Steets, Ashburton on Tuesday February 17, commencing at 1.30pm.
HUGGINS Phyllis Catherine-
on February 7, 2026, peacefully at Tuarangi Home, Ashburton, surrounded by her loving family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Much loved mother and mother in law of the late Graham, Leslie and Rhonda, Stuart and Joy, and Donald. Special Nanny to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Paddy (dec), Hazel(Dec), and Judith. A special thank you to the staff at Tuarangi Home for their outstanding care of Phyllis. Messages to the Huggins family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Memorial service to celebrate Phyllis’ life will be held at the Mt Somers Hall, Hoods Road, Mt Somers, on Thursday February 12, commencing at 2.00pm.
PROUTING Francis William “Frank”
27.01.1942 – 01.02.2026. Frank passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospital as a result of a stroke at the age of 84. He will be dearly missed by his 3 children, 4 grandchildren, large family and many friends. Frank will be remembered for his flying, mountain climbing, pop in visits around lunch time, and for his ability to make friends wherever his many adventures took him. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wakefield Homestead meals on wheels service and may be left at the service. Messages to the Prouting family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Frank’s life will be held at Peel Forest Community Hall on Monday the 9th February 2026 commencing at 1.00pm. Friends are welcome to join the family for the burial to be held at Mesopotamia Cemetery on Tuesday the 10th of February 2026 at 9am. May Franks last flight home be a peaceful one.
LYNN Brian Peter Kershaw
on February 3, 2026, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. Much loved husband of the late Rosalie. Cherished father and father in law of Peter, and Todd and Sandra. Will be missed by all his friends and family. Messages to the Lynn family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Brians request a private cremation has taken place.
WOODHOUSE Kevin James
on January 29, 2026, Peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, aged 92. Husband of the late Valerie. Much loved father and father in law of Tony and Talei, Darrell and Juanita, Richard, Paul, and Lee and Sharyn. He will be missed by all his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. Messages to the Woodhouse family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Kevins request a private cremation has taken place.
McKegg Jennifer Anne (Anne) (Nee Tod)
on January 27, 2026, at Coldstream Lifecare, aged 82. Beloved mother of Gareth McKegg. Sister of Kevin Tod. Loved daughter of Bill and Eva Tod. Messages to the McKegg family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Service for Anne will be held at our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday February 2, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.
BENNETT Beverley Raye (Bev),
on January 23, 2026. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan. Much loved mother and mother in law of Bruce and Robyn, Eric and Margaret, and David and the late Doreen Blair. Loving Nana of all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Shirley Barton, Murray Trewavas, Paddy Colley, and the late Marie Best. Dearly loved friend of Susan Stratford. Messages to the Bennett family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to St John in memory of Bev would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A Memorial service to celebrate Bev’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Tuesday February 3, commencing at 11.00am.